Job summary

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Draughtsperson to join them on an initial 6 month contract at their site in Brighton.

Key skills required for this role

Solidworks, Aerospace, GD&T, Structures, Defence

Important

Solidworks

Job description

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Draughtsperson to join them on an initial 6 month contract at their site in Brighton.

• Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have a minimum of 5 years UK residency and be willing to undergo basic security checks.
• 4-5 days per week onsite in Brighton.
• Outside IR35, £40 p/h - £45 p/h Ltd.
• 6 month initial contract.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Performs a wide range of design assignments in support of electrical, mechanical and/or electro-mechanical engineering.
• Utilising CAD (Solidworks) and PDM (Solidworks PDM Pro), prepares detailed and layout drawings from sketches, layouts, or notes provided by engineering.
• Contributes to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product.
• Checks design drawings for correctness and conformance to standards.
• Ensures best CAD practices and modelling is undertaken.
• Determines space requirements, clearances, locations and arrangements based on design specifications.
• Prepares accurate drawings and schematics with proper tolerances, dimensions and instructions.
• Produce design schemes and proposals in response to specifications, under guidance of lead engineers / senior designers.
• Maintains correct configuration control of products in accordance with company procedures.
• Select and source proprietary parts/components that are fit for purpose
• Support project and manage own work to meet schedule
• Follow procedures to meet the requirements of ISO-9001and AS9100
• Support internal, customer and supplier meetings
• Comply with Quality Assurance (QA) requirements and QA procedures

EXPERIENCE / ACHIEVEMENTS
Essential

• 5 to 10 years design drawing engineering and 3D CAD (Solidworks)
• Aerospace experience, however multiple sector experience also considered
• Liaison with Shop Floor / Manufacturing / Operations
• Mechanisms and pneumatics an advantage
• Full life cycle design
• Mechanical Detailing
• Electrical/Electronic knowledge, including electrical cabling in extreme environments (aerospace) and electronics packaging

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
Essential

• Good understanding of; Geometric Tolerancing, Stack-Up Analysis, BS8888, limits/fits.
• Proficient user of Solid Works / Solidworks PDM.
• Good understanding of Design Office practices, Drawing Issue and Change processes
• Familiar with the requirements and capabilities of PDM and ERP systems.
• Ability to resolve challenges quickly and ingeniously
• Design products with low costs from the outset (DFMA & Design to Cost methodologies)
• Attention to detail essential.
• Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise workload appropriately in conjunction with Project Management.
• Perform work accurately with minimal supervision; Methodical approach to their work.
• Understanding of design requirements to ensure designs meet contracted specifications.
• Basic Mechanical Engineering Calculations.
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes utilised in Aerospace.